B is For Blogging - A to Z Challenge - April 2, 2026

 

Blogging

On and off throughout my life I have kept journals.  But they were primarily for keeping track of dates and events, like jotting down what we did last Tuesday.   

I never wrote about my personal feelings or emotions in the event someone  discovered my private diary. 

In January of 2010, my son, Joe, was diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. He was newly married with their first child on the way.  

Needless to say, I had a lot of big feelings and overwhelming emotions.  

At the time I was seeing a therapist to help me cope. She suggested that I write about whatever was going on deep inside.

So, I started my blog and published my first post in 2011. 

 Since I was new to blogging, and unfamiliar with how it worked, I didn’t think anyone would read my posts. 

However, when I found the A-to-Z Blogger Challenge, I decided to join in. 

That’s when I discovered this welcoming and supportive community of writers.

I’ve gotten away from regularly posting on my blog.  The last A-to-Z I did was in 2019.

Now that my life has taken another twisty turn, I remember how cathartic and comforting writing was for me in the past.

 Writing for me is a meandering path through my thoughts, slowing down here and there where I might uncover unexpected insights, perspectives  and feelings.   

I am usually surprised that the idea I start with takes a sharp turn leading me to undiscovered gems. 

I accept the A-to-Z blogging challenge of 2026.